Troubleshooting (continued)
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Dark screen | • | Is brightness set low? | 36 | ||||||
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The remote control does not | • | Are the batteries inserted properly? | 15 | ||||||
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| • | Is the outdoor antenna disconnected? | 16 | |
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Double or triple picture images • | Is the antenna out of position? | - | ||
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Color stripes or no color | • | Is your TV being influenced by other equipment | 10 | ||
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•This TV uses a microcomputer, and so normal operation may be prevented by external noise or inter- ference. If this happens, unplug the power plug from the power outlet, and wait several minutes before
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